Diabetic Foot Assessments & Neurovascular Care
Comprehensive annual and six-monthly diabetic foot screenings, Doppler circulation testing, protective nerve checks, and safe medical skin and nail maintenance.
Understanding Diabetic Foot Assessments & Neurovascular Care
Diabetes can gradually affect both the small nerves supplying the feet (peripheral neuropathy) and the blood vessels responsible for healing (peripheral arterial disease). Because subtle changes in protective sensation or circulation often occur before you feel any symptoms, national diabetes guidelines recommend regular structured podiatric foot assessments to prevent ulcers and complications.
Common Symptoms & Presentation
- Routine annual or 6-monthly preventive diabetes foot check (even if you have zero symptoms)
- Numbness, tingling, burning, or "pins and needles" in the toes or soles of the feet
- Cold feet, cramping in the calves when walking, or slow-healing skin cuts and blisters
- Hard callus build-up, corns, or thickened nails that are risky to self-treat at home
Underlying Biomechanical & Clinical Causes
- Peripheral neuropathy reducing your ability to feel rubbing shoes, sharp objects, or hot surfaces
- Peripheral arterial changes reducing arterial blood flow to the lower extremities
- High plantar pressure points under the forefoot or toes leading to callus and sub-dermal tissue breakdown
- Reduced vision or flexibility making safe home nail care difficult
How Eternal Podiatry Assesses This Condition
We perform a complete neurovascular examination using a 10g monofilament, 128Hz tuning fork vibration perception test, pedal pulse palpation, handheld Doppler ultrasound arterial waveform analysis, footwear inspection, and risk stratification—with a formal report sent to your GP.
Evidence-Based Treatment Pathways
Neurovascular Doppler & Nerve Screening
Non-invasive Doppler ultrasound arterial checks and quantitative sensory testing to establish your foot risk profile.
Learn moreSafe Sterile Nail & Callus Care
Careful, sterile reduction of high-pressure calluses, corns, and thickened nails to prevent skin breakdown.
Learn morePressure Offloading & Medicare EPC Care
Cushioning insoles, footwear prescriptions, and coordinated care under GP Chronic Disease Management (EPC) plans.
Learn moreFrequently Asked Questions
Can I claim a Medicare rebate for my diabetic foot appointment?
Yes, if your GP prepares a Chronic Disease Management (formerly EPC) referral plan, you can claim a Medicare rebate for up to 5 allied health visits per calendar year.
How often should someone with diabetes see a podiatrist?
Low-risk patients should have a formal neurovascular foot assessment every 12 months. Patients with neuropathy, circulation changes, or high-pressure calluses are typically reviewed every 6 to 12 weeks.